scholarly journals Key Points to Facilitate the Adoption of Computer-Based Assessments

2016 ◽  
Vol 3 ◽  
pp. JMECD.S20379 ◽  
Author(s):  
S.A. Burr ◽  
A. Chatterjee ◽  
S. Gibson ◽  
L. Coombes ◽  
S. Wilkinson
Keyword(s):  
Quality Assurance ◽  
Summative Assessment ◽  
Technical Failure ◽  
Stakeholder Groups ◽  
Key Points ◽  
Computer Based ◽  
Optimum Solution ◽  
Core Functionality ◽  
New System ◽  
Solution Transfer

There are strong pedagogical arguments in favor of adopting computer-based assessment. The risks of technical failure can be managed and are offset by improvements in cost-effectiveness and quality assurance capability. Academic, administrative, and technical leads at an appropriately senior level within an institution need to be identified, so that they can act as effective advocates. All stakeholder groups need to be represented in undertaking a detailed appraisal of requirements and shortlisting software based on core functionality, summative assessment life cycle needs, external compatibility, security, and usability. Any software that is a candidate for adoption should be trialed under simulated summative conditions, with all stakeholders having a voice in agreeing the optimum solution. Transfer to a new system should be carefully planned and communicated, with a programme of training established to maximize the success of adoption.

Quality Assurance through Automated Monitoring and Concurrent Feedback Using a Computer-Based Medical Information System

Medical Care ◽  
1978 ◽  
Vol 16 (11) ◽  
pp. 962-970 ◽  
Author(s):  
G Octo Barnett ◽  
Richard Winickoff ◽  
Joseph L. Dorsey ◽  
Mary M. Morgan ◽  
Robert S. Lurie
Keyword(s):  
Information System ◽  
Quality Assurance ◽  
Medical Information ◽  
Medical Information System ◽  
Automated Monitoring ◽  
Computer Based

Once Bitten — Twice Shy

1980 ◽  
Vol 13 (10) ◽  
pp. i-i
Author(s):  
Joe Wilson
Keyword(s):  
Control System ◽  
Process Control ◽  
Control Engineer ◽  
Computer Control ◽  
Digital System ◽  
Computer Control System ◽  
Computer Based ◽  
New System

Outlines the problems and self-questioning facing the process control engineer when deciding to replace the computer control system which he has found difficult to justify over the last decade. Should he return to conventional analogue instrumentation or choose a microprocessor based control system? Having highlighted in his mind the problems with his computer based system, has he missed the majority of the advantages which a digital system brings? Does he realise that a major manufacturer has been acutely aware of his problems and has sought to eliminate them with the design of any new system? Can his faith be restored?

scholarly journals Sistem Informasi Pariwisata Berbasis Website Pada Taman Nasional Gunung Ciremai Jawa Barat

2020 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 19-32
Author(s):  
Sagita Utarki ◽  
Eva Argarini Pratama ◽  
Corie Mei Hellyana
Keyword(s):  
Oil And Gas ◽  
Tourist Attractions ◽  
Interview Method ◽  
Tourism Sector ◽  
Technological Developments ◽  
Computer Based ◽  
The Government ◽  
Oil And Gas Sector ◽  
Collection Methods ◽  
New System

Abstract: Tourism sector in the country is one of the mainstay of foreign exchange earners for the country, especially in the non oil and gas sector, all efforts to attract tourists both archipelago and overseas continue to be done. One of the government's efforts to increase the flow of domestic and foreign tourists is to make improvements and arrangement of tourist attractions. In addition, by promoting. Therefore required a system that can facilitate the management of tourism in data processing, and facilitate members or tourists in obtaining information. Technological developments are increasing, then from the problems proposed a change in the old system into a new system with computer-based website technology. The method used in the development of this software uses Model Waterfall. Data collection methods that the authors use to collect the data needed in the writing of this research are: observation, interview method, and literature method. Through a computer connected to the internet network users can search and get various information, anywhere and anytime by accessing the website. With this system, is expected to overcome the various needs of users to obtain information and help the government to increase local revenue.Keywords: Information Systems, Tourism, Website, WaterfallAbstrak: Sektor pariwisata di tanah air merupakan salah satu andalan penghasil devisa bagi negara khususnya pada sektor non migas, segala upaya untuk menarik wisatawan baik nusantara maupun mancanegara terus dilakukan. Salah satu upaya pemerintah untuk meningkatkan arus wisatawan nusantara dan mancanegara adalah dengan melakukan pembenahan dan penataan objek wisata. Selain itu juga dengan melakukan promosi. Maka dari itu dibutuhkan sistem yang dapat mempermudah pengelola wisata dalam mengolah data, serta mempermudah anggota atau wisatawan dalam memperoleh informasi. Perkembangan teknologi yang semakin meningkat, maka dari permasalahan tersebut diusulkan adanya perubahan sistem lama kedalam sistem yang baru dengan teknologi komputer berbasis website. Metode yang digunakan pada pengembangan perangkat lunak ini menggunakan Model Waterfall. Metode pengumpulan data yang digunakan untuk mengumpulkan data-data yang diperlukan dalam penelitian ini yaitu: observasi, metode wawancara, dan metode pustaka. Melalui komputer yang terkoneksi dengan jaringan internet user dapat mencari dan mendapatkan berbagai informasi, dimana saja dan kapan saja dengan mengakses website. Dengan adanya sistem ini, diharapkan mampu mengatasi berbagai kebutuhan user untuk memperoleh informasi serta membantu pemerintah meningkatkan pendapatan daerah.Kata kunci: Sistem Informasi, Pariwisata, Website, Waterfall

scholarly journals Quality improvement in higher education: a critical review, with reference to South Africa

2004 ◽  
Vol 23 (4) ◽  
pp. 104-113
Author(s):  
R. W. Pretorius
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
South Africa ◽  
Quality Assurance ◽  
Quality Improvement ◽  
Critical Review ◽  
Theory And Practice ◽  
State Of Affairs ◽  
And Control ◽  
Measurement And Control ◽  
New System

In view of the controversy which characterises systems for quality assurance in higher education worldwide, this article provides a critical review of the theory and practice of quality in the higher education sector.  The state of affairs in South Africa is also reviewed, with the focus on the new system for quality assurance which is currently being implemented.  Despite good intentions, however, the new system in South Africa tends to be over-burocratic, with limited potential for deepseated change and quality improvement as a result of the focus on accountability rather than on continuous improvement. Real improvement is an internally driven process, which cannot be achieved through burocratic measurement and control.  In line with what has been experienced internationally, this article argues that a more flexible approach to the meaning of quality in the context of higher educaction is required in South Africa.  Apart from defining and assuring quality, this approach should also be directed at its improvement.  However, the point of departure has to be quality improvement, and not quality assurance and control.

E-Assessment and Multiple-Choice Questions

2019 ◽  
pp. 1-27
Author(s):  
José Azevedo ◽  
Ema Patrícia Oliveira ◽  
Patrícia Damas Beites
Keyword(s):  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Multiple Choice ◽  
Summative Assessment ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Assessment Process ◽  
Continuous Assessment ◽  
Multiple Choice Questions ◽  
Mathematics Tests ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Computer Based

The use of information and communication technologies (ICT) in the assessment process is becoming an asset, giving rise to the so-called computer-based assessment or e-assessment. Nowadays, its use is becoming more usual in higher education institutions. Closed formats for questions, namely multiple choice, are the most commonly used. This chapter presents a literature review of the main aspects related to this topic, including the main modalities of assessment (summative assessment and continuous assessment). Issues related to multiple choice questions (MCQ) are discussed with more detail, referring to the various formats of MCQ, its advantages and limitations, with a particular focus on its use in mathematics tests. Also, some guidelines for the quality assurance of MCQ with quality are included.

Mastering the Online Summative-Assessment Life Cycle

2009 ◽  
pp. 347-368 ◽  
Author(s):  
Simon Wilkinson ◽  
Heather Rai
Keyword(s):  
Quality Assurance ◽  
Life Cycle ◽  
Summative Assessment ◽  
Item Selection ◽  
Assessment Item ◽  
Summative Assessments ◽  
Item Development ◽  
Development Life Cycle ◽  
Stage Development

This chapter focuses on the use of computers for online summative assessment, in particular for objectively marked items. The aim of this chapter is to try and address the concerns of individuals wishing to pilot the introduction of online summative assessments in their own institutions. A five-stage development life cycle of online summative assessment—item development, quality assurance, item selection, examination delivery, and results analysis—is presented and discussed.

The measurement of process and the role of information technology

1993 ◽  
Vol 101 ◽  
pp. 31-53
Author(s):  
M. P. Ryan ◽  
W. Dodd
Keyword(s):  
Information Technology ◽  
Quality Assurance ◽  
Clinical Decision Support Systems ◽  
Clinical Decision ◽  
Data Sets ◽  
Process Of Care ◽  
Operational Systems ◽  
History Of ◽  
Computer Based ◽  
English Speaking

SynopsisProcess of care is the most immediate, relevant and susceptible to improvement of Donabedian's three elements of quality assurance. To place the study of process in context, the history of quality assurance in English-speaking countries is reviewed, with particular emphasis on the U.S.A. A range of methods are examined in detail and examples are provided to illustrate their strengths and weaknesses. Particular attention is paid to the use of explicit and implicit criteria. The importance of information technology in monitoring the process of care cannot be over-stated. Limited audit is possible with manual records but all substantial projects require computer support. The value of capturing data from operational systems rather than from dedicated projects is emphasised. Attention is drawn to the key importance of structured records and minimum data sets; these allow information to be pooled and process studies to be generalised. Examples are given of quality assurance projects which have used information technology. Finally potential future developments are reviewed with particular reference to clinical guidelines and computer-based clinical decision support systems.

Standardizing EEG Interpretation and Reporting

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sándor Beniczky ◽  
Harald Aurlien ◽  
Jan Brøgger ◽  
Ronit Pressler ◽  
Lawrence J. Hirsch
Keyword(s):  
Quality Assurance ◽  
Clinical Practice ◽  
Clinical Neurophysiology ◽  
International Federation ◽  
Education Quality ◽  
International League Against Epilepsy ◽  
Software Program ◽  
Computer Based ◽  
Education Quality Assurance ◽  
International League

This chapter describes how to standardize electroencephalographic (EEG) interpretation and reporting in clinical practice. The Standardized Computer-Based Organized Reporting of EEG (SCORE) software program was developed by an international taskforce under the auspices of the International League Against Epilepsy and the International Federation of Clinical Neurophysiology. Clinically relevant features are scored by choosing predefined terms in the software. This process automatically generates a report and at the same time builds up a database for education, quality assurance, and research. SCORE is the template used for the interactive online educational EEG platform of this textbook.

scholarly journals Professional work in the squeeze

2011 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 88-105 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sigrid Nordstoga ◽  
Anne Marie Støkken
Keyword(s):  
Quality Assurance ◽  
Professional Practice ◽  
Quality Evaluation ◽  
Evaluation Process ◽  
Project Work ◽  
Child Welfare Service ◽  
The Everyday ◽  
Regional Authorities ◽  
Control Regime ◽  
New System

This article examines the effects on the professional system of creating a new system for the quality assurance of residential care in the Norwegian child welfare service. Since 2004, all institutions, private as well as governmental, have undergone a quality evaluation process. A set of indicators was given by the Ministry, with the regional authorities expected to assess the institutions according to these indicators.The main purpose of the article is to discuss to what extent, and in which way, the new control system may exert an impact on the jurisdiction of social work and professional practice in the everyday life of the institutions. The discussion is based on empirical data from a project entitled, “A control regime in transition”, which is supported by the previous Ministry for Children and Family Affairs. The project work started at the end of 2004, and followed the new control regime for three and a half years.

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